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Chílcayoc, Peru

Ayacucho · Peru

Chílcayoc is a small town in Ayacucho, Peru with a population of 310. Elevation: 11,152 ft (3,399 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

310 Population 4/sq mi density
11,152 ft Elevation 3,399 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
70.9 in Annual Rain
America / Lima Timezone

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People

Population310
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days360/yr
Elevation11,152 ft (3,399 m)
Population310
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation11,152 ft (3,399 m)
Coordinates-13.8827°, -73.7275°
TimezoneAmerica/Lima
Country🇵🇪 Peru
State / ProvinceAyacucho
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall59.0 inches (150 cm)

About Chílcayoc

Chílcayoc is a small town in Peru (Ayacucho) with a population of 310. The city sits at an elevation of 11,152 feet (3,399 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.9 inches. The timezone is America/Lima.

Chílcayoc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 360 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 59.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,152 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 43°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Peru avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average43°F (6°C)
Sunny Days360 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,152 ft (3,399 m)
Area69.7 sq mi (180.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-13.8827°N, 73.7275°W
TimezoneAmerica/Lima

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.9"
87% above Peru avg
Snowfall 59.0"
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.97"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

215 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 7, 2025.

Aug 24, 2014 38 km NW of Aniso, Peru M6.8 81 km
May 23, 2010 4 km WNW of Sacsamarca, Peru M6.1 68 km
May 17, 2025 5 km W of San Pedro, Peru M5.9 107 km
Aug 9, 2001 7 km WSW of Turpay, Peru M5.8 120 km
May 8, 1991 15 km WSW of Carapo, Peru M5.6 79 km
Sep 12, 1998 0 km SE of Turpay, Peru M5.6 126 km
May 10, 1996 18 km WSW of Sacsamarca, Peru M5.5 81 km
Jul 29, 1991 8 km SW of Huacaña, Peru M5.5 44 km
May 16, 2017 25 km WSW of Cotaruse, Peru M5.4 80 km
Aug 10, 2001 11 km SSW of Turpay, Peru M5.4 125 km
Jan 13, 1998 11 km ESE of Umamarca, Peru M5.3 37 km
May 27, 1998 central Peru M5.3 108 km
Oct 15, 2002 7 km W of Pataypampa, Peru M5.3 111 km
Apr 8, 1996 21 km SW of Ayna, Peru M5.3 125 km
Jan 19, 2018 24 km W of Vinchos, Peru M5.3 117 km
Mar 6, 2007 22 km NW of Pullo, Peru M5.2 138 km
Apr 13, 2020 7 km SW of Yanaca, Peru M5.2 70 km
Jul 27, 1997 0 km WSW of Pomacocha, Peru M5.2 27 km
May 28, 2008 6 km WSW of Antaparco, Peru M5.2 118 km
Sep 1, 1995 34 km SSE of Pilpichaca, Peru M5.2 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 6.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in
March 53°F (12°C) 7.0 in Wettest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 0.8 in
June 51°F (10°C) 0.4 in
July 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in Warmest
December 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in

Chílcayoc has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 42°F in January to 55°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.0") and July the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Chílcayoc

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Educativa No. 24154
Institución Educativa No. 24122
Institución Educativa No. 24125
Institución Educativa San Pedro
Institución Educativa 24088 San Pedro
Institución Educativa No. 24123
Institución Educativa No. 24124
Institución Educativa No. 24110
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Farmers Markets in Chílcayoc

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado de Hualla

Stadiums & Teams in Chílcayoc

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chílcayoc

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Air Force Colonel Alfredo Mendivil Duarte AirportAYPMedium Airport
Andahuaylas AirportANSSmall Airport
Vilcashuamán AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Lima
Elevation
3,280 m (10,762 ft)
Postal Code
03650

🇵🇪 About Peru

Capital Lima
Population 31,989,256
Area 1,285,220 km²
GDP (USD) $266,958,720,838
GDP per capita $7,888
HDI 0.762
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 79.5%
Urban population 84.8%
Currency PEN (Sol)
Languages Aymara, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +51
TLD .pe
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Peru

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Domingo Santo
May 1 International Workers' Day Día del Trabajo
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul Día de San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 28 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Jul 29 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 30 Santa Rosa de Lima Día de Santa Rosa de Lima
Oct 8 Battle of Angamos Combate de Angamos
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chílcayoc

What is the population of Chílcayoc?

Chílcayoc has a population of 310 residents and is located in Peru. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 69.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chílcayoc?

Chílcayoc has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 360 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches, with 59.0 inches of snow.

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